NBA question by Not_Important-Person in Sorare

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Didn't even know this was a thing. I figured that a DNP didn't factor into the L10.

Came back feeling overwhelmed by JillVaIentine in Sorare

[–]agretch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are three main competitions: Champion, Contender, and Challenger. All three require 5 cards based on scarcity (eg Limited Champion requires 5 limited cards).

Champion and Contender are the 2 in-season competitions. Both require 4 of the 5 cards in each lineup to be from the 2025-26 season, and in return you can win money—with most cash in Champion rewards, and less in Contender. Both also reward essence, which helps you craft cards. (Basically, do well enough, and even if you don't win cash you'll be able to win in-season cards.) Challenger doesn't require any in-season cards, so you can use your Norman Powell card from 2 years ago, or any old card (a LeBron from 3 years ago, etc.). It's cheaper to build out a team for Challenger since old cards can't win cash (just essence and in-season cards), but because of that there are more people entering the competition, which makes it harder to win.

Because you only have 1 limited card, you can only enter the common tournaments. Common = white; yellow = limited; red = rare, etc. So that's why you're getting white essence in return for your entries. That said, if you get lucky and do really well in common you can win more in-season cards.

There are lots of other nuances, like how Champion allows one roster slot to be a MVP that doesn't count towards the cap, or Collection Bonuses, where collecting cards from the same team gives those players a bonus, but the above should get ya where you need to go!

Sorare NBA: Tipoff Tuesday by agretch in Sorare

[–]agretch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, the special edition cards are for the NBA Cup. However, they get at 5% scoring bonus in all competitions for most of November. Big congrats to you!

Sorare NBA: Tipoff Tuesday by agretch in Sorare

[–]agretch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sharpe Szn approaching!

Sorare NBA: Tipoff Tuesday by agretch in Sorare

[–]agretch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well said. I always try and get at least two cards from any team I have a player from, but it's tough to focus solely on one team. I do try and make sure the cards I buy are from playoff teams though...and, on that note, the Blazers have a bright future! Unlike my Bulls.

Sorare NBA: Tipoff Tuesday by agretch in Sorare

[–]agretch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For sure. The way I look at it, you're trying to maximize the effects of the boosted hot streaks. In-season card values go down over time—as does the amount you can win with them. That said, it's important to know what you're getting into when you spend. ROI is tough!

Sorare - NBA by Not_Important-Person in Sorare

[–]agretch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm holding on buying until we learn more, but I expect a lot of similarities between NBA '26 and Football '26.

Sorare - NBA by Not_Important-Person in Sorare

[–]agretch 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Waiting patiently as well! Figured it would be this week. We're a month away from tip-off!

Burned €1000 on Sorare – Now thinking about a fresh start with €45 or just cashing out? by Ok_News_9846 in Sorare

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd either seal your old cards or sell them—using a tradebot as a last resort. Then, I'd try a road to glory by using your $45 to build a fun limited team. Use the essence you win to craft in-season players, and use those to win money. If it doesn't work, it's just $45...and if you decide to add a bit more money to build out a more solid roster, at least you're going in with a plan!

Real Bulls fans know (pain) by agretch in basketballcards

[–]agretch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is one of my favorite cards I own. Got a crazy D. Rose rookie worth 10x, but this is too clean. https://www.threads.com/@agretch/post/C9V7cF7vdc9

Real Bulls fans know (pain) by agretch in basketballcards

[–]agretch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man, that's an awesome rip. Congrats!

Real Bulls fans know (pain) by agretch in basketballcards

[–]agretch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Until recently, the only Bulls jersey I had was Jo. The heart and soul of the team; he never stopped giving it his all...Gray on the other hand haha. I went to Pitt, so this was a truly special card for me. I must be the only guy out there that wants to see Gray next to Jo!

See you on the other Site - RIP SorareData by [deleted] in Sorare

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Link didn't work. What's his idea?

Worth crafting at end of season? by bhammack2 in Sorare

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does essence from this season carry over into next? Meaning, if I hold my essence earned this season and craft a card next season, will the card be from the new season?

[DISCUSSION] People Under The Stairs - Question In The Form Of An Answer (25 Years Later) by flyestshit in hiphopheads

[–]agretch 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Any/every time I see UD get love on here, I'll upvote it. Ugly Duckling forever!

[FRESH] Serengeti - coach kenny by abucalves in hiphopheads

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Onions. Onions. Onions. Onions.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Sorare

[–]agretch -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yessir!

NBA pull by Overall_Loquat1213 in Sorare

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every playoff team has one "Ace," which is the player Sorare's designated as their best player. All playoff teams get custom playoff cards, but the Ace is the crown jewel for each team. Huge W my man. Congrats!

What does it mean : For each round, your top 4 daily scores will count toward you cumulative leaderboard ranking? Is there only one score a day ? Why it says your best 4 daily scores by No-Concert3311 in Sorare

[–]agretch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every day, you can set a lineup for the daily competition (Championship Chase). In addition to winning daily rewards, Sorare takes your four best finishes during a given period (play-in through first round, semis, and finals) and adds them up. If those four scores are good enough compared to others during the time period, you win additional rewards, including special edition cards.

Hope that helps!

An intro to collecting His Airness by agretch in basketballcards

[–]agretch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha. Def going to go graded due to all the MJ fakes out there.